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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012JETTA TDI, 4D SEDAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 183 (CONTROLS, HOUSING - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 09G (HATCHBACK))37 CONTROLS, HOUSINGGENERAL INFORMATIONATF LEVEL, CHECKINGADDING ATF

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans

Adding ATF

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard TransSECTION Adding ATF

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Place the Shop Crane - Drip Tray VAS 6208 under the transmission.

-- Install the Oil Filler - Adapter 2 VAS 6262/2 into the ATF pan hand-tight with the engine running.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filler - Adapter 2 VAS 6262/2

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-- Shake before opening.

CAUTION:

The ATF filler tool must be clean and the ATF must not be mixed with any other ATF.

Allocation.

-- Attach the Oil Filler VAS 6262 A to the oil bottle. Be sure to read the instructions.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Filler VAS 6262A

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-- Fill 1 liter ATF.

-- Tighten Oil Filler VAS 6262 A to quick release coupling and check:

If ATF flows out of adapter hole:

ATF does not need to be topped off.

-- Allow ATF to drain until it drips.

-- Install the ATF inspection plug with a new seal. The ATF level test is now completed.

If ATF does not drip:

-- Add another liter.

WARNING: Too little or too much ATF will impair the transmission. If 2 liters are missing, you should check the transmission more closely. There is probably a larger leak

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.